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2011-02-07T12:29:00.000-08:00

It was a fun and exciting 2010 for Something Blue. We had the opportunity to work with some great vendors and attend (of course with our video cameras rolling) some amazing weddings. And of course, we welcomed our 2nd daughter on February 20th of 2010. So needless to say, life has been busy and full of excitement around here!

As always we enjoyed working with one of our favorite wedding and event planners, Ivy Robinson at the Hinkle - Pickler wedding last summer and their extremely talented photographer Parker J. Here is a glimpse of a beautifully planned wedding and a beautiful couple.

Hinkle-Pickler Wedding from Erik Smith on Vimeo.

More posts and video samples coming soon! :) Have a great week!

Caitlin and Kevin

2010-01-05T13:12:00.000-08:00

Caitlin and Kevin's wedding was just as beautiful and fun and perfect as the two of them are. We so enjoyed being apart of the day. Grace Beason of Grace Leisure Events did an incredible job. It was great having the opportunity to work with her at this exquisite Duke Chapel wedding. We also appreciated the great photographic talent of Rachel Garrison of Tamara Lackey Photography , and The Dickens Band kept the party jamming all night! It is always great having such awesome vendors to work with.
You don't have to take my word for it - just watch the video and see for yourself what a great day it was. :)

Spillane - King Highlights from Erik Smith on Vimeo.

Cycling, Romance, and Winding Mountain Roads

2009-10-21T13:05:00.000-07:00

When Debi and John asked us to come up and shoot them cycling in the Blue Ridge Mountains we were pretty excited. As videographers, it isn't often that we have the opportunity or interest from couples to do engagement features. How did it go? Well, it was it was a lot of fun. Here is some of the cycling footage we captured. We can't wait for their mountain winter wedding!

Schusler-Martin Cycling Montage from Erik Smith on Vimeo.

Katie and Eric

2009-07-02T12:40:00.000-07:00

Working with Visio at Katie and Eric's wedding was a blast. Katie and Eric were really going for some unique twists for their May wedding that reflected the unique and fun couple they are. Checkout the video below. The choir came in singing down the aisles. That was one of our favorite moments.

Roberts-Skoloff Highlights from Erik Smith on Vimeo.

Lip-Syncing Brides?

2009-05-29T08:49:00.000-07:00

Yes, you read correctly. Music Videos and Wedding Day Memories coming together to create one awesome Video! How cool is this? Check out the video below to see one of the newest trends in wedding videography. Leave a comment below to let us know what you think of this idea. We'd love to help you bring out your inner rock star. Who wouldn't want to watch their grandma lip-syncing a Kiss song or their Uncle crooning to John Mayer?

What an awesome video by Lockdown Projects!

Brian & Eileen's Wedding Music Video. from LOCKDOWN projects on Vimeo.

Miriam & Steven

2009-04-22T10:57:00.000-07:00

Such a sweet wedding and beautiful day. It was really special being a part of Miriam and Steven's wedding. It took place at Ebenezer United Methodist Church - the same church that Miriam's sister and parents were married at and the same church that her great-great-grandfather attended. We love sentimental and special details like that! It was the cutest church and although small, everyone crowded in - eager to be a part of such a loving couple's special day.

Miriam & Steven Young Highlights from Erik Smith on Vimeo.

Winkler-Grady Wedding

2009-02-23T19:45:00.000-08:00

We so enjoyed this wedding! Julie was a bride who knew what she wanted and knew how to get it. She was on top of details like no other bride we have encountered, and those details included making sure every single person at her wedding (including all of her vendors) were taken care of and welcomed. Before the ceremony David, the groom, (instead of being overcome with nerves) was so warm and hospitable and was taking the time to greet his guests and vendors.
We were certainly surprised by what took place on the dance floor - but many of the guests weren't surprised, and in fact expected nothing less from such a fun couple as Julie and David. I don't remember the last time we laughed so hard at a wedding reception (or ate so well for that matter!!!)
Thank you for the AWESOME time Julie and David!

Julie & David "First Dance" from Erik Smith on Vimeo.

The Bar Has Been Raised -

2009-02-11T10:24:00.000-08:00

For grooms that is. Amy was on top of the wedding plans, but Donald took the prize for surprise of the night. Nothing tickles a wedding professional more than seeing something unique or new at a wedding, and Donald's performance was certainly that. So all of you grooms out there, we are going to start expecting a lot more out of you. We know you are all capable - after all, that is why she said YES!
Enjoy! And thank you Donald.

Groom's Song from Erik Smith on Vimeo.

Charleston in the Rain

2008-12-01T08:54:00.000-08:00

Leslie and Michael planned a gorgeous destination in one of our favorite cities to shoot in, Charleston. Although the weather didn't cooperate (it rained Cats and Dogs!), they and their guests still had a wonderful time. The historic church, St. Mary's, held a sentimental place in their hearts and the reception location at the Wild Dunes, was a super nice place to party and to stay! Once again, we got to party with The Embers that night! Woohoo! Their photographer, Ricardo of Lux Images, came up from Florida for the occasion.

Edenfield-Sadlowski Highlights from Erik Smith on Vimeo.

Meredith and Drew

2008-10-20T12:30:00.000-07:00

Meredith and Drew had a huge family and an enormous group of friends. The celebration started first thing that morning and lasted all night long. They hired the perfect band for the occasion too - the Embers. We love working with these guys; they know how to keep a reception movin' and groovin'.

Hill-Devine Highlights from Erik Smith on Vimeo.

Happy Birthday Elsa!

2008-10-07T16:52:00.000-07:00

Well, her birthday isn't until Thursday, but we celebrated with family and friends on Sunday. Yes, Erik and I were just bursting with pride. It seems like just yesterday we were at senior prom, graduating from college, planning our wedding, buying our first home, and then staring at the positive pregnancy test in elated shock. Now our first baby, Elsa, is turning one! We are complete putty in her hands and have no problem with that!

Our friend Cyrena, who just so happens to be a family photographer cyrenaiviephotography.com was wonderful enough to play camera lady at the party! Thank you Cyrena!
And thank YOU for reading our mushy post today!

J. Major's Bridal Gala for Breast Cancer

2008-09-27T08:19:00.000-07:00

We are super excited about the upcoming first annual Bridal Gala hosted by J.Majors Bridal Boutique. This is going to be FABULOUS! Food, fashion, wedding professionals, and dancing! We are really looking forward to getting all dressed up for the event. We hope you can come too.
The tickets are reasonably priced considering proceeds benefit the Susan G. Komen foundation. How cool is this? Brides get all the benefits of planning a wedding plus they get to give to an amazing cause at the same time.
Something Blue will be donating 10% of any package booked the night of the Gala. Please come and support a great cause and get some wedding planning done as well!
When: Friday, October 10th at 7pm
Where: Roof with a View
Details can be found at : J.Major's Website

HURRY! Tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance!

Jessica & John

2008-08-25T13:02:00.001-07:00

Jessica and John are from Georgia, but a Biltmore wedding was what Jessica dreamed of since she was a little girl. The Carolina mountains hold a special place in her heart because it was there she spent summers visiting her grandparents.

The talented and amazing Gwenn Ford of Wedding Inspirations took impeccable care of each detail. She even managed to pull off some amazing weather for their outdoor wedding! ;)

Beautiful skies, a nice breeze, & breath taking views - the Biltmore in Asheville is one of our favorite places to shoot, and we couldn't have asked for a better couple, family, friends, and vendors to work with. It was our first time working with Brian and Gry of Woodward and Rick. They were great; we're looking forward to seeing the amazing shots!

The reception took place in the gardens next to the house. Jessica's sister, Rebecca, and her boyfriend had a surprise for the bride, groom, and all the guests...

John and Jessica Sneak Peek from Erik Smith on Vimeo.

Ashley & Max

2008-07-27T13:29:00.000-07:00

The Tahoma Retreat is such a gorgeous location for a wedding. Ashley and Max exchanged vows outside beside the lake and then took the party indoors where they danced and danced and danced. Congratulations to the cute couple!
Erik and I are huge dog lovers and couldn't resist choosing this footage for Ashley and Max's "sneak peek."

Ashley & Max Sneak Peek from Erik Smith on Vimeo.

Amanda & Adam

2008-07-07T09:33:00.000-07:00

When Sikky Rogers of Rogers & Gala contacted us about a wedding for her friends, we were very excited. Any wedding with Sikky and Angela is GORGEOUS and well-organized.
When we found out it was in Linville, NC, we were even more excited (being the mountain lovers that we are). Then the cherry on the cake - we were introduced to the bride, and guess what? Amanda is so nice. What more could we ask for? Perfect location, excellent vendors to work with, and a sweetheart of a bride.
It was our first time working with Jonathan Burton, and he and his assistant were a blast. I am sure he was just as excited as we were about these ideal conditions.
Although the ceremony, which took place on June 21st, had to be moved indoors due to rain, no one's spirits were dampened and the party was an incredible celebration with wonderful people, wonderful food, and AMBIANCE GALORE! We were wowed once again Sikky!
Both Jonathan and Erik were still able to take advantage of the gorgeous scenery after the showers passed. Here is a sneak peek of some of the footage.

Dowtin-McLaughlin Sneak Peek from Erik Smith on Vimeo.

Sara & Greg

2008-07-04T11:35:00.000-07:00

When these wedding contest winners of 96.1 the Beat contacted us, we were definitely excited.
They had just two months to put their entire wedding together!
One of our favorite people to work with, Chris Marsh of Photoplay was Sara and Greg's photographer. She recommended us to them when they decided to spring for a videographer. Thank you Chris!!!
The wedding ceremony and reception took place at the Omni in uptown Charlotte on June 20, 2008.
Erik had a great time working with Chris. They took their photosession to the streets of Charlotte, and Erik risked neck and equipment to get the footage below. :)

Congratulations Sara and Greg! This was a lot of fun!

The Keys having fun Uptown from Erik Smith on Vimeo.

Candice & Bradley

2008-07-04T10:55:00.000-07:00

Candice and Bradley hired us only a week before their wedding. They are a sweet, outrageous, creative, silly, wonderful couple. We were glad that we got the chance to be a part of their wedding day.
Their ceremony took place at Myers Park United Methodist on June 14, 2008 and their love of the lake took their reception to The Pointe on Lake Norman.
Their photographer, Stephanie Chesson, was wonderful to work with. We are looking forward to seeing how she captured this unique couple!

Guests were a little surprised when Bradley and Candice danced a very traditional first dance, but the couple gave their guests just what they were hoping for during a very untraditional 2nd dance that they put together in just one day!

Check out the video below!

Candice and Bradley from Erik @ Something Blue on Vimeo.

Our Print Ads are Out!

2008-07-04T08:44:00.000-07:00

Well, we finally decided to advertise in Carolina Bride. Our ad just came out yesterday. Or rather, we just saw our ad in the magazine yesterday. Casey and Drea of Casey Cunningham Photography were awesome in supplying the photos we needed for our ads in both Carolina Bride and Weddings Unveiled this go round. (Thanks guys!!!)
We recently did a video for Casey and Drea from Kristen Zeiger's bridal portrait shoot. The picture of Kristen in the Carolina Bride ad is from that day. Kristen and her husband George are in our Weddings Unveiled Ad. Check out the video at Casey and Drea's site!

We haven't seen our current ad in Weddings Unveiled in print yet. The top ad is from WU and the bottom ad is from CB.

Amy & Aaron

2008-07-03T10:03:00.000-07:00

We had a great time meeting Amy and her mother, Mrs. Najaka for the first time. It was back in late September and Gretchen was hugely pregnant and about to pop at any minute. If this sounds weird to be posting, we do have a point. Amy works in the NICU and was just as interested in our bundle of joy's arrival as in talking about her upcoming wedding. It is just the kind of person Amy is - genuine, caring, and so considerate of other people. We were really glad to be a part of her and Aaron's wedding.
Ivy Robinson was the event designer, and as usual, she made the Atrium pop with an array of beautiful colors and unique designs. Very hip and very cool!
We got to work with Critsey Rowe of Indigo Photography and her husband, Thomas. They are awesome photographers who work really great together. It is always a treat for us to work with the folks at Indigo. You never know what they'll think of next!
The highlights from their April 12, 2008 wedding can be seen here.

Here's a shorter sneak peek:

Amy & Aaron Sneak Peek from Erik Smith on Vimeo.